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Applied Physics Assignments

The document contains two assignments focused on electrostatics: the first assignment derives the electric field on the axis of a uniformly charged disk, highlighting its applications in engineering, while the second assignment explains Gauss' Law, its mathematical formulation, and applications in various symmetric charge distributions. Both assignments emphasize the importance of these concepts in real-world applications, including electronic devices and electrical engineering. Understanding these principles is crucial for students in applied physics.

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Applied Physics Assignments

The document contains two assignments focused on electrostatics: the first assignment derives the electric field on the axis of a uniformly charged disk, highlighting its applications in engineering, while the second assignment explains Gauss' Law, its mathematical formulation, and applications in various symmetric charge distributions. Both assignments emphasize the importance of these concepts in real-world applications, including electronic devices and electrical engineering. Understanding these principles is crucial for students in applied physics.

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Applied Physics Assignments

Assignment 01

Find the Electric Field on the Axis of a Disk Charge

Introduction: The electric field due to a charged disk is an essential concept in electrostatics
and is widely used in engineering and physics applications. The objective of this assignment
is to derive the expression for the electric field along the axis of a uniformly charged disk and
analyze its behavior at different points.

Theory and Derivation:

• Consider a disk of radius R with a uniform surface charge density σ.

• The electric field at a point on the axis of the disk (z-axis) is determined using the
principle of superposition and Coulomb’s law.

• By integrating over the disk, the expression for the electric field E(z) at a point along
the axis is derived.

Applications:

• Used in capacitor design for uniform field distribution.

• Relevant in electrostatic sensors and MEMS technology.

Conclusion: Understanding the electric field due to a charged disk is crucial in many real-
world applications, including electronic devices and medical equipment.

Assignment 02

1. Gauss’ Law

Definition: Gauss’ Law states that the total electric flux through a closed surface is equal to
the total charge enclosed divided by the permittivity of free space (ε₀). Mathematically,

the integral form of Gauss' Law is: ∮E⋅dA= Qenc/ϵ0


where:

• E is the electric field,

• dA is an infinitesimal surface element,

• Q_enc is the enclosed charge.

2. Applications of Gauss’ Law


Gauss' Law simplifies the calculation of electric fields in symmetric charge distributions, such
as:

• Spherical symmetry (e.g., point charges, uniformly charged spheres)

• Cylindrical symmetry (e.g., infinite line charges, coaxial cables)

• Planar symmetry (e.g., infinite charged planes)

3. Spherically Symmetric Charge Distribution

For a sphere of charge Q with uniform charge density, Gauss' Law helps determine the
electric field:

• Inside the sphere (r < R): The electric field varies linearly with distance.

• Outside the sphere (r > R): The electric field behaves as if all charge were
concentrated at the center.

4. A Charge Isolated Conductor

• Inside a conductor, the electric field is zero.

• The charge distributes itself on the outer surface.

• Gauss' Law helps in determining charge distribution and electric fields in metallic
structures.

Conclusion: Gauss' Law is a powerful tool in electrostatics, allowing for simplified analysis of
electric fields in symmetric systems. Understanding its applications is fundamental in
electrical engineering and applied physics.

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